The Path to 2030
The European Green Deal sets out ambitious targets for 2030 that will put the EU on track to achieve climate neutrality by 2050. These intermediate goals are crucial stepping stones that will drive the transformation of our economy, energy system, and society.
Each target represents a significant commitment that requires coordinated action across all member states, sectors, and levels of government. The success of these 2030 targets will determine Europe\\\\'s ability to lead the global fight against climate change.
Key Targets Overview
| Target | Objective | Status |
|---|---|---|
|
Emissions Reduction
|
-55% vs 1990 levels | In Progress |
|
Renewable Energy
|
40% of EU energy mix | In Progress |
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Energy Efficiency
|
36-39% improvement | In Progress |
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Sustainable Mobility
|
30M zero-emission vehicles | Planned |
Detailed Target Breakdown
Emissions Reduction: -55% by 2030
The EU commits to reducing net greenhouse gas emissions by at least 55% by 2030 compared to 1990 levels. This represents a significant increase from the previous target of 40% and requires transformative changes across all sectors.
- Strengthened EU Emissions Trading System (ETS)
- National emission reduction targets for non-ETS sectors
- Enhanced carbon sinks through forest protection
- Border carbon adjustments to prevent carbon leakage
Renewable Energy: 40% Share
Increasing the share of renewable energy in the EU\\\\'s overall energy consumption to at least 40% by 2030, up from the current target of 32%.
- Massive deployment of wind and solar power
- Development of offshore renewable energy
- Integration of renewable energy in heating and cooling
- Sustainable bioenergy and hydrogen production
Energy Efficiency: 36-39% Improvement
Achieving energy efficiency improvements of 36-39% by 2030, focusing on buildings, industry, and transport sectors.
- Renovation Wave for buildings
- Energy efficiency standards for appliances
- Industrial energy efficiency measures
- Smart energy systems and digitalization
Sustainable Mobility: 30M Zero-Emission Vehicles
Deploying at least 30 million zero-emission vehicles on European roads by 2030, supported by comprehensive charging infrastructure.
- 1 million public charging points
- Stricter CO2 standards for cars and vans
- Support for electric vehicle adoption
- Development of sustainable alternative fuels
Progress Visualization
Visual representation of EU\\\\'s progress towards 2030 climate and energy targets
Join the Green Transition
The success of these ambitious targets depends on the collective action of governments, businesses, and citizens across Europe. Learn how you can contribute to achieving these goals.